A Python Django Developer specializes in building scalable, secure, and high-performing web applications using the Django framework. The role encompasses backend development, integration with frontend components, and deployment in cloud or on-premise environments.
Key Responsibilities :
1. Backend Development :
- Design and develop robust, scalable, and secure web applications using Django.
- Create and maintain reusable, testable, and efficient code.
2. API Development :
Develop RESTful APIs using Django Rest Framework (DRF).Integrate APIs with third-party services and client applications.3. Database Management :
Design and optimize database schemas for relational databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Clickhouse.Write efficient queries and manage migrations using Django ORM.4. Frontend Integration :
Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate server-side logic with frontend components.Implement templating with Django templates or integrate with modern frontend frameworks (React, Angular, Vue).5. Authentication and Authorization :
Implement user authentication, authorization, and role-based access control.Ensure compliance with security standards (OAuth2, JWT, etc.).6. Performance Optimization :
Optimize application performance by caching, query optimization, and code refactoring.Use tools like Memcached or Redis for caching.7. Testing and Debugging :
Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality.Debug and troubleshoot issues across environments (development, staging, production).8. Deployment and Maintenance
Deploy applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) or traditional servers.Configure CI / CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI.9. Documentation :
Maintain clear documentation for APIs, database schemas, and codebase.Create deployment and user guides as needed.10. Collaboration :
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, designers, and product managers.Skills and Expertise :
Core Technical Skills :
1. Programming
Proficiency in Python.Strong understanding of Django and Django Rest Framework (DRF).2. Database Management :
Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQLite.Proficiency in Django ORM and raw SQL queries.3. Web Technologies :
Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.Familiarity with frontend frameworks like React or Vue.js is a plus.4. API Development :
Expertise in building and consuming REST APIs.Experience with GraphQL (optional).5. Testing and Debugging :
Knowledge of testing frameworks like pytest, unittest, or Django's built-in testing tools.6. Version Control and CI / CD
Proficiency in Git for version control.Experience with CI / CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions).7. Deployment :
Familiarity with deploying applications using WSGI servers (Gunicorn, uWSGI).Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes) is a plus.8. Performance Optimization
Proficiency in using caching mechanisms like Redis or Memcached.Experience in optimizing Django applications for high performance.Experience Requirements :
Mid-Level : 3-5 years of experience in Django development.Senior-Level : 6+ years, with experience leading Django projects and mentoring junior developers.Tools and Platforms Knowledge :
Frameworks : Django, Django Rest Framework (DRF).Databases : PostgreSQL, MySQL, Clickhouse.Caching : Redis, Memcached.Deployment : AWS (Elastic Beanstalk, EC2), Azure, Docker, Kubernetes.Version Control : Git, GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket.Monitoring : Sentry, New Relic.(ref : hirist.tech)
